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Marunouchi and Tokyo Station
The red-brick fronted building of the beautifully restored Tokyo Marunouchi Station is one of the most impressive pieces of architecture in the city, setting itself apart from the… Continue Reading
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Katana-kaji – Master Japanese Swordsmiths
Katana-kaji , the master craftsman who makes the wonderful Japanese katana or tohken swords. It is possible to trace the origin of tohken to the Kojiki (Archives of… Continue Reading
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Aizome, the “Mystic Blue of Japan”
Aizome (藍染め) or “indigo dyeing” is characterized by a deep blue color that is also called ” Japan blue ” as it is known and appreciated in the… Continue Reading
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The Origin of Tabi Socks
Recently, tabi socks have enjoyed something of a “renaissance”, growing in popularity around the world. And honestly, we’re not surprised! Considering the sock’s separately wrapped thumb is extremely… Continue Reading
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OIMATSU – The Paradise of Traditional Japanese Sweets
Do you like traditional Japanese sweets or would you like to try them at their maximum exposure of flavor and art? So, you can’t miss “Oimatsu”, a business… Continue Reading
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Kōdō – Path of Fragrance
“A piece of wood floating on the water washed up on the shores near Awaji Island in the third year of the Suiko Era (595 AD). When the… Continue Reading
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